Author: Redazione

Bitcoin’s four-year cycle has long been a key benchmark for investors, with a direct link between halving and subsequent price increases. This cycle, which relies on miners reducing their rewards every four years, has historically led to a decrease in supply and a subsequent increase in demand, pushing the price of Bitcoin to new highs. However, some industry experts, such as those at Outlier Ventures, have recently questioned the validity of this theory for the future. Here is the link to the report. The main argument against the four-year cycle is based on the evolution of the market. Over time,…

August 2024 was a pivotal month for the cryptocurrency market, with events challenging investors and lending platforms. Starting on 27 August, there was a massive wave of liquidations of long positions, totalling over $273 million in a single day. This event made up 41% of the week’s total liquidations, which reached almost $658 million. Binance was the main player, accounting for 42% of the total liquidations. The collapse in the prices of Bitcoin and Ethereum, both down 9% week-on-week, further aggravated the situation, while altcoins suffered even greater losses, with weekly declines of 9% for Layer 1s, 10.3% for DeFi…

Bitcoin miners are having a difficult time, with revenue per terahash plummeting to a 12-month low of just 4 cents. This represents a dramatic drop from the highs of over 10 cents seen earlier this year. This situation underlines the growing challenge for miners as the industry continues to face tighter margins and fierce competition. While miners struggle, the cryptocurrency world is seeing a growing adoption of products such as stablecoins and Bitcoin itself. Bitcoin, often referred to as digital gold, has achieved almost universal recognition as a store of value. While from a technical analysis point of view, we…

After a string of nine consecutive days of outflows, Ethereum ETFs finally reversed course, recording a net inflow of $5.8 million. This event is an important signal for the cryptocurrency market, suggesting a possible return of investor interest in Ethereum and related financial products. Ethereum ETFs, which allow investors to gain exposure to the digital asset without having to hold it directly, which we also discuss in our introductory article, have been going through a difficult period, with a continuous outflow of capital. However, the recent turnaround may indicate a change in market dynamics. Several factors may have contributed to…

In recent months, the cryptocurrency industry has witnessed remarkable changes, with some Layer 2 platforms such as Base and Blast achieving amazing milestones. However, while these blockchains celebrate their successes, Bitcoin miners are facing an unprecedented crisis. Base, the Layer 2 solution developed by Coinbase, recently reached an all-time high of over 875,000 active addresses. This result represents a 60 per cent increase from the 545,000 active addresses recorded only a few weeks earlier. This leap, coupled with a record 4.05 million daily transactions, consolidates Base as one of Ethereum’s leading Layer 2s, despite the fact that it is still…

Just as the crypto and Bitcoin market seems to be recovering with great momentum thanks to our article yesterday, today we are dealing with a new twist: Pavel Durov, the visionary founder and CEO of Telegram, was arrested in Paris by the French National Anti-Fraud Office (TF1), raising concerns and speculation in the world of technology and privacy. Durov, known for his commitment to freedom of expression and digital privacy, landed in Paris despite being aware of the legal risks he faced. This has fuelled debate as to why the Telegram founder voluntarily decided to face such a dangerous situation.…

The latest economic and political developments in the United States are having a significant impact on the cryptocurrency market. In particular, two recent events have caught the attention of investors: the Federal Reserve ‘s statements at the Jackson Hole symposium and the withdrawal of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from the presidential race, resulting in his support for Donald Trump, a known supporter of cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin in particular. The Jackson Hole symposium saw Fed Chairman Jerome Powell suggest a possible adjustment of monetary policies to counter inflation and maintain economic stability. These words had an immediate effect on the cryptocurrency…

At a time when it seems that in the United States during political propaganda crypto and in particular Bitcoin have become driving narratives, there is one more ‘movement’ that has surprised many: Donald Trump recently declared his support for a new cryptocurrency project called ‘The Defiant Ones’. This project, which has quickly caught the attention of the financial sector, is led by the former president’s sons, Donald Jr. and Eric Trump, and promises to redefine the crypto industry landscape. “The Defiant Ones” is in fact not just another industry project; it is an initiative that reflects the characteristic approach of…

The NFT market continues to navigate turbulent waters in 2024, with trading volumes reaching $300 million in June, a significant drop from January’s $867 million. This decline reflects broader trends in the cryptocurrency market between Bitcoin and Ethereum in particular, with NFTs emerging as one of the most speculative and volatile assets. Despite this downturn, competition for dominance of the NFT market is in full swing, revealing interesting evolutions in trader preferences and platform strategies. Blur, in particular, has established itself as the undisputed leader in terms of volume, consistently capturing between 60% and 80% of the market share this…

The European Union is facing a period of uncertainty regarding the expiry of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This regulation, which is crucial for the cryptocurrency industry and in particular Bitcoin and Ethereum recently under the magnifying glass following the approvals of Spot ETFs in the US, was introduced to create a clear and uniform regulatory framework across the EU. However, the lack of clarity on deadlines and implementation is generating concerns among industry players. The MiCA regulation aims to establish clear rules for cryptocurrency issuers, market participants and cryptocurrency service providers. The main objective is to protect investors…